Scientist III, Research and Development (Chromatography Resin R&D)

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Bedford, MA

2d•$92,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Do you have a passion for innovative ideas and groundbreaking discoveries? With over $1 billion invested annually in R&D, at Thermo Fisher Scientific you’ll help solve some of the world’s toughest challenges, from giving cancer patients hope, ensuring safe drinking water, and helping law enforcement tackle cases through forensics. We empower our teams to put science into meaningful action and give our R&D colleagues the autonomy, resources and tools they need to take science a step beyond. Division Specific Information Bioproduction, Purification R&D, Platform Capabilities Location: On-site Bedford, MA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. Discover Impactful Work: The Platform Capabilities R&D Team within the Purification business of Thermo Fisher Scientific strives to develop next-generation building blocks that serve customer needs in downstream bioprocess purification. We are seeking a laboratory scientist who will enjoy applying their complementary subject-matter expertise to design, synthesize, and characterize polymeric substrates or their coated analogs and collaborating to see impactful inventions through to fruition. A Day in the Life: Build and characterize chromatography resin prototypes or base beads through robust experimental design and diligent execution of multistep suspension polymerization reactions Develop and apply knowledge in technical fundamentals and customer needs to address prototyping challenges and supply ideas to our innovation pipeline Expand team understanding of structure-property-performance relationships by selecting and operating material characterization or chromatography tools, applying statistical methods, and reporting results Partner with R&D peers and cross-functional colleagues to refine bead designs, develop analytical capabilities, source collaborative data, draft SOPs, and ultimately drive substrate designs to commercial realization Uphold a positive safety and quality culture Keys to Success Education PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related field; MS degree with 3+ years experience; BS degree with 5+ years experience Experience Laboratory synthesis or formulation experience, preferably involving monomers, polymers, or phase-separating systems and ideally with DOE methodology Experience delivering project completion to timeline Teamwork experience including sharing data, problem-solving, and collaborating Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledgeable in at least one of the following areas: polymer chemistry, phase-separating systems, emulsions, porous materials, coatings, or resin formulation Skilled at written and verbal communication, documenting and sharing experimental methods, data, outcomes, and conclusions to diverse audiences Ability to identify issues and adapt experiments on-the-fly, a skill facilitated by strong attention to detail and a willingness to ask for help Ability and interest in learning to operate diverse laboratory synthesis and particle characterization equipment such as filtration reactors, mercury porosimeters, benchtop SEMs, and chromatography equipment Skilled at prioritization and navigating ambiguity with a positive demeanor We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company 401k, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation. Compensation and Benefits The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $92,000.00–$120,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards Thank you for your interest as you consider starting a new career journey with us. As the world leader in serving science, our colleagues develop critical solutions through innovation—and build rewarding careers. Discover their extraordinary stories and connection to our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Their work is a story of purpose. What story will you tell? Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of more than $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.

Requirements

PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related field; MS degree with 3+ years experience; BS degree with 5+ years experience
Laboratory synthesis or formulation experience, preferably involving monomers, polymers, or phase-separating systems and ideally with DOE methodology
Experience delivering project completion to timeline
Teamwork experience including sharing data, problem-solving, and collaborating
Knowledgeable in at least one of the following areas: polymer chemistry, phase-separating systems, emulsions, porous materials, coatings, or resin formulation
Skilled at written and verbal communication, documenting and sharing experimental methods, data, outcomes, and conclusions to diverse audiences
Ability to identify issues and adapt experiments on-the-fly, a skill facilitated by strong attention to detail and a willingness to ask for help
Ability and interest in learning to operate diverse laboratory synthesis and particle characterization equipment such as filtration reactors, mercury porosimeters, benchtop SEMs, and chromatography equipment
Skilled at prioritization and navigating ambiguity with a positive demeanor

Responsibilities

Build and characterize chromatography resin prototypes or base beads through robust experimental design and diligent execution of multistep suspension polymerization reactions
Develop and apply knowledge in technical fundamentals and customer needs to address prototyping challenges and supply ideas to our innovation pipeline
Expand team understanding of structure-property-performance relationships by selecting and operating material characterization or chromatography tools, applying statistical methods, and reporting results
Partner with R&D peers and cross-functional colleagues to refine bead designs, develop analytical capabilities, source collaborative data, draft SOPs, and ultimately drive substrate designs to commercial realization
Uphold a positive safety and quality culture